708918-001 - HP 16-Port 1GbE Pass-Thru Module for Blade Server System

Description

The HP 708918-001 is a 16-port 1GbE Pass-Thru Module specifically designed for integration into HP Blade Server Systems. This module provides a straightforward and efficient way to connect multiple blade servers to the external network infrastructure. As a pass-thru module, it essentially extends the network ports from the blade servers through the module to the network interconnects, simplifying cabling and management within the blade enclosure. With 16 Gigabit Ethernet ports, this module offers a high density of network connectivity, allowing each blade server to have its own dedicated 1GbE connection. This is ideal for environments where standard Gigabit Ethernet speeds are sufficient for the workloads running on the blade servers, such as general-purpose computing, web serving, or management networks. The pass-thru nature of the 708918-001 module means it does not perform any switching or routing functions itself; it simply passes network traffic through. This design contributes to its simplicity, reliability, and cost-effectiveness, making it a practical choice for expanding network connectivity within an HP BladeSystem without adding complex network intelligence at the module level.

Condition: Refurbished